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CURRENT CLASSIFICATION
Domain 01 Task 01 Initiating the Project Conduct project selection methods (e.g., cost benefit analysis, selection criteria) through meetings with the customer and experts, in order to evaluate the feasibility of new products or services.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 01 Perform project assessment based upon available information and meetings with the sponsor, customer and other subject matter experts, in order to evaluate the feasibility of new products or services within the given assumptions and/or constraints. Define the high-level scope of the project based on the business and compliance requirements, in order to meet the customers project expectations. Perform key stakeholder analysis using brainstorming, interviewing, and other data gathering techniques, in order to ensure expectation alignment and gain support for the project. Identify and document high-level risks, assumptions, and constraints based on current environment, historical data and/ or expert judgment, in order to identify project limitations and propose an implementation approach.

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Task 02

Define the scope of the project based on the business need, in order to meet the customers project expectations. Perform key stakeholder analysis using brainstorming, organizational charts, interviewing techniques, and any available information, in order to gain buy-in and requirements for the success of the project. Document high-level risks, assumptions, and constraints using historical data and expert judgment, in order to understand project limitations.

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Task 03

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Task 04

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Task 05

Develop the project charter through review with key stakeholders, in order to confirm project scope, risks, issues, assumptions, and constraints. Obtain project charter approval from the sponsor and customer (if required), in order to formalize authority, gain commitment, and project acceptance.

Task 05

Develop the project charter by further Minor differences in gathering and analyzing stakeholder updated PMP role requirements, in order to document project Risks, assumptions, and scope, milestones and deliverables. Obtain approval for the project charter from the sponsor and customer (if required), in order to formalize the authority assigned to the project manager and gain commitment and acceptance for the project.

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Task 06

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Domain 02 Task 01 Planning the Project Record detailed customer requirements, constraints, and assumptions with stakeholders, in order to establish the project deliverables, using requirement-gathering techniques (e.g., planning sessions, brainstorming, focus groups) and the project charter.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 01 Assess detailed project requirements, constraints, and assumptions with stakeholders based on the project charter, lessons learned from previous projects, and the use of requirement-gathering techniques (e.g., planning sessions, brainstorming, focus groups), in order to establish the project deliverables.

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Task 02

Identify key project team members by defining roles and responsibilities to create a project organization structure, in order to develop the communication plan.

Task 05

Develop a human resource management plan by defining the roles and responsibilities of the project team members in order to create an effective project organization structure and provide guidance regarding how resources will be utilized and managed.

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Task 06

Develop a communication plan based on New task in the updated the project organization structure and PMP role external stakeholder requirements, in order to manage the flow of project information. Create the work breakdown structure with the team by deconstructing the scope, in order to manage the scope of the project. Substantial differences in updated PMP role New tasks 03, 04, 07 & 08 address deleted in order to elements. New task in the updated PMP role New task in the updated PMP role

Task 03

Create the work breakdown structure with the team using appropriate tools and techniques, in order to develop the cost, schedule, resource, quality, and procurement plans.

Task 02

Task 03

Develop a budget plan based on the project scope using estimating techniques, in order to manage project cost Develop a project schedule based on the project timeline, scope, and resource plan, in order to manage timely completion of the project. Develop a procurement plan based on the project scope and schedule, in order to ensure that the required project resources will be available. Develop a quality management plan based on the project scope and requirements, in order to prevent the occurrence of defects and reduce the cost of quality

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Domain 02 Task 04 Planning the Project Develop the change management plan by defining how changes will be handled, in order to manage risk.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 09 Develop a change management plan by defining how changes will be handled, in order to track and manage changes

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Task 05

Identify project risks by defining risk strategies and developing the risk management plan, in order to reduce uncertainty throughout the project life cycle. Obtain project plan approval from the customer, in order to formalize the project management approach. Conduct a kick-off meeting with all key stakeholders, in order to announce the start of the project, and review the overall project plan and gain consensus.

Task 10

Develop a risk management plan by identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing project risks and defining risk response strategies, in order to manage uncertainty throughout the project life cycle. Present the project plan to the key stakeholders (if required), in order to obtain approval to execute the project. Conduct a kick-off meeting with all key stakeholders, in order to announce the start of the project, communicate the project milestones, and share other relevant information.

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Task 07

Task 12

CURRENT CLASSIFICATION
Domain 03 Task 01 Executing the Project Execute the Tasks as defined in the project plan, in order to achieve the project goals. Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the project plan, in order to align the stakeholders and team members.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 02 Execute the tasks as defined in the project plan, in order to achieve the project deliverables within budget and schedule.

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Task 02

Task 03

Implement the procurement of project resources in accordance with the procurement plan. Manage resource allocation proactively by ensuring that appropriate resources and tools are assigned to the Tasks according to the project plan, in order to execute the planned Tasks successfully.

Task 01

Obtain and manage project resources including out-sourced deliverables by following the procurement plan, in order to ensure successful project execution.

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Task 04

Task 05

Implement the quality management plan to Task 03 ensure that work is being performed according to required quality standards.

Implement the quality management plan using the appropriate tools and techniques, in order to ensure that work is being performed according to required quality standards.
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Domain 03 Task 06 Executing the Project Implement approved changes according to the change management plan, in order to ensure the successful completion and integration of all Tasks. Implement the approved actions and workarounds required to mitigate project risk events, in order to minimize the impact of the risks on the project. Improve team performance by building team cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, training, and motivating, in order to facilitate cooperation, ensure project efficiency, and boost morale.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 04 Implement approved changes according to the change management plan, in order to meet project requirements. Implement approved actions (e.g. workarounds) by following the risk management plan, in order to minimize the impact of the risks on the project. Maximize team performance through leading, mentoring, training, and motivating team members.

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Task 07

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CURRENT CLASSIFICATION
Domain 04 Task 01 Monitoring and Controlling the Project

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, in order to identify and quantify any variances, perform approved corrective actions, and communicate with relevant stakeholders. Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs by updating the project plan and communicating approved changes to the team, in order to ensure that revised project goals are met.

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Task 01 Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, in order to monitor the progress of the project, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders. Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques, in order to keep the project plan accurate, updated, reflective of authorized project changes as defined in the change management plan, and facilitate customer acceptance. Ensure that project deliverables conform to quality standards established in the project quality plan, using appropriate tools and techniques (e.g., testing, inspection, control charts), in order to adhere to customer requirements. Monitor the status of all identified risks by identifying any new risks, taking corrective actions, and updating the risk response plan, in order to minimize the impact of the risks on the project. Task 02

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Task 03

Task 03

Ensure that project deliverables conform to the quality standards established in the quality management plan by using appropriate tools and techniques (e.g. testing, inspection, control charts), in order to satisfy customer requirements. Update the risk register and risk response plan by identifying any new risks, assessing old risks, and determining and implementing appropriate response strategies, in order to manage the impact of risks on the project. Assess corrective actions on the issue register and determine next steps for unresolved issues by using appropriate tools and techniques in order to minimize the impact on project schedule, cost, and resources. Communicate project status to stakeholders for their feedback, in order to ensure the project aligns with business needs. Minor differences in updated PMP role

Task 04

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Task 06

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The distinction between this and new Tasks 01 and 02 is in the nature of the communication. Task 06 addresses more general and strategic communications; 01 and 02 address communications specific to the tasks performed.

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CURRENT CLASSIFICATION
Domain 05 Task 01 Closing the Project Formalize final acceptance for the project from the sponsor/customer by ensuring that the delivered product(s) and services comply with the agreed deliverables list, agreed scope, and any organizational procedures, in order to close contractual obligations and document the projects success. Obtain financial, legal, and administrative closure (e.g., final payments, warranties, contract signoff) for internal and external vendors and customers using generally accepted accounting practices and SOX compliance, in order to ensure no further expenditure and to communicate formal project closure. Release all project resources using appropriate organizational policies and procedures (e.g., financial and human resources) and by providing performance feedback, in order to make them available for other future project assignments. Communicate lessons learned by means of post mortem team discussions, 360-degree surveys, supplier performance evaluations, and workshops, in order to create and/or maintain knowledge and experience that could be used in future projects, to improve overall project management processes, methodology, and decision-making, and to capitalize on best practices.

NEW CLASSIFICATION
Task 01 Obtain final acceptance of the project deliverables by working with the sponsor and/or customer, in order to confirm that project scope and deliverables were met.

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Task 02

Task 03

Obtain financial, legal, and administrative closure using generally accepted practices, in order to communicate formal project closure and ensure no further liability.

Task 03

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Task 04

Task 05

Collate lessons learned through comprehensive project review, in order to create and/or update the organizations knowledge base.

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Task 05

Task 04 Distribute the final project report using all project closure-related information, in order to highlight project variances, any open issues, lessons learned, and project deliverables, and to provide the final project status to all stakeholders. Archive project records, historical informa- Task 06 tion, and documents (e.g., project schedule, project plan, lessons learned, surveys, risk and issues logs, etc.), in order to retain organizational knowledge, comply with statutory requirements, and ensure availability of data for potential use in future projects and internal/external audits. Measure customer satisfaction at the end of Task 07 the project by capturing customer feedback using appropriate interview techniques and surveys, in order to gain, maintain, and improve customer long-term relationships. Task 02

Distribute the final project report including all project closure-related information, project variances, and any issues, in order to provide the final project status to all stakeholders. Archive project documents and material in order to retain organizational knowledge, comply with statutory requirements, and ensure availability of data for potential use in future projects and internal/external audits.

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Task 07

Measure customer satisfaction at the end of the project by capturing customer feedback, in order to assist in project evaluation and enhance customer relationships. Transfer the ownership of deliverables to the assigned stakeholders in accordance with the project plan, in order to facilitate project closure.

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